Pakistan Treks & Expeditions

The Karakoram is subject to the south-west monsoon that draws its moisture from the Arabian Sea from mid-June until the end of August.  During this time the occasional storm will move north up the Indus valley as far as the Karakoram, although the regularity and intensity of the rains is far less apparent than in the nearby regions of the Indian Himalaya. Localised storms on the higher elevations of the Karakoram are a further important consideration. Records of three or four days of intense bad weather followed by similar fine periods seem to characterise the region and even in September, trekking groups are well advised to prepare for at least one bad spell of weather during the expedition. On the first few days of the trek, extremely hot and dry conditions are not uncommon; temperatures can easily reach 35 Celsius. Adequate sun protection is a must.

Pakistan is +5 hours ahead of UTC/GMT

The main language spoken in Pakistan is Urdu (similar to Hindi), which is taught in schools. English is also widely spoken by business people, officials, guides/staff and in hotels.

There are many different tribal languages spoken throughout the country, which are strongly influenced by their geographic location, as well as historic and religious background. Widely regarded as the fiercest warriors and the most handsome of men in early history, the Pathan tribe, located near the border of Pakistan & Afghanistan, with 17 million people is the largest tribal group in the world. They speak Pashto, and can be found in Peshawar, along the Khyber Pass and in much of the northern areas. Balti is most commonly spoken in the Baltistan of which the Baltoro Glacier is part of it.

Pakistani rupee

+92

Electricity in Pakistan is 230 Volts, at 50 hertz. The most common pin type is C. (2 round prong).

Electricity in Pakistan is 230 Volts, at 50 hertz. The most common pin type is C. (2 round prong).